Band Dads Apprehend Active Shooter at Texas High School Band Competition
A group of tactically trained 'band dads' apprehended an active shooter at a Texas high school band competition, preventing a bigger tragedy. The shooter, an 83-year-old man, was charged with aggravated assault. The heroes, including military veterans and a police officer, acted swiftly and restrained the shooter until law enforcement arrived. The motive for the shooting is unknown.
Key Points
- Four tactically trained 'band dads' took down the shooter
- Shooter identified as 83-year-old Dennis Brandl
- One person was injured but expected to make a full recovery
- Motive for the shooting is unknown
Pros
- Prevented a bigger tragedy at a high school band competition
- Swift actions of the 'band dads' helped in apprehending the shooter
- Military veterans and a police officer acted heroically
Cons
- An 83-year-old man was charged with aggravated assault
- Shooting incident at a school event is alarming